There are many interesting nuggets in the detailed results of The Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FedView Survey) of more than 250,000 government employees. Drilling down into the data reveals significant differences by agency and specific areas for improvement. However, overall good news in the findings includes:
78% of the respondents believe their agency was successful at accomplishing its mission, and 62% were satisfied with their organization, a 5% gain since 2008. A full 92% thought their work was important, and 86% liked the work they did.
What may be more telling is the studys comparison with the private sector. These results not only shed light on US Federal employee views but also highlight the half empty / half full execution of talent management practices in both the public and the private sectors, especially in performance management, internal mobility, and promotion. Consider these findings:
In both the public and the private sectors, only one out of every two employees is satisfied with recognition and advancement opportunities. Organizations”both public and private”should heed these insights. Dissatisfied employees are disengaged employees or worse yet, will leave their job for a better situation.
Think of the employee view as a voice of the customer. Then respond by improving your talent management practices. Where gaps are identified, opportunity is presented.
